Brand and Trade Manager at Khibraty

Amman, Amman, Jordan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Brand Management, Trade Marketing, Commercial Planning, Budgeting, Forecasting, Stakeholder Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Project Management, Data Analysis, Market Research, Pricing Strategy, Go-to-Market Planning, POS Materials, Planograms, English Communication

Industry

Human Resources Services

Description

Brand & Trade Manager Full-Time | Amman, Jordan | FMCG / Distribution ABOUT THE ROLE Our client is looking to hire an experienced Brand & Trade Manager to join their growing team in Amman, Jordan. Operating in the FMCG distribution space and representing a portfolio of multinational brands, they are seeking a commercially driven professional who can bridge strategic brand management with impactful trade execution across both modern and traditional channels. This is a senior individual contributor role with high visibility, offering the opportunity to own brand plans end-to-end, drive trade activations, and work directly with regional distributors and brand principals. WHAT YOU'LL DO Brand Management • Develop and implement annual brand plans aligned with principal guidelines and company objectives. • Manage brand budgets, track ROI, and ensure responsible allocation of spend. • Lead new product launches, including pricing strategy, go-to-market planning, and positioning. • Monitor brand performance via sell-in/sell-out data, market share, and consumer insights. • Maintain strong relationships with multinational brand principals and uphold brand standards. Trade Marketing & Activations • Design and execute trade promotions, in-store activations, and visibility programs across all trade channels. • Develop and deploy POS materials, planograms, and channel-specific assets in line with brand guidelines. • Conduct regular market visits to assess execution quality and identify opportunities for improvement. • Track and evaluate the effectiveness of all trade activities, delivering post-promotion analysis and recommendations. • Work closely with the sales team to align trade programs with distribution and volume targets. Commercial Planning & Analysis • Prepare accurate sales forecasts and demand plans in collaboration with the sales and supply chain teams. • Develop commercial plans, pricing proposals, and promotional calendars. • Manage budgets within approved limits, with clear variance tracking and reporting. • Analyze market data, competitive landscape, and category trends to inform strategic decisions. • Prepare concise management reports and presentations on brand and trade performance. Distributor & Stakeholder Management • Serve as the key liaison between the company and brand principals/distributors. • Manage joint business plans with key distribution partners, ensuring alignment on targets and activations. • Support and coach the sales team on brand messaging, product knowledge, and trade execution tools. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Experience & Background • 4–6 years of experience in brand management and/or trade marketing within the FMCG industry — this is non-negotiable. • Proven track record of managing multinational brands and collaborating with distributors. • Hands-on experience designing and executing trade activations and promotional campaigns. • Background in budgeting, forecasting, and commercial planning. • Experience working with regional markets is a strong advantage. Skills & Competencies • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, data modelling) and PowerPoint. • Strong analytical mindset : you can turn data into clear, actionable recommendations. • Excellent project management skills; comfortable handling multiple brands and workstreams simultaneously. • Exceptional English communication skills, both written and verbal. • Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills. • Self-starter who thrives working independently in a fast-paced environment. • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement annual brand plans and trade activations across modern and traditional channels for multinational FMCG brands. Manage budgets, sales forecasts, and maintain strategic relationships with brand principals and distributors.